Rewards

So, we'd all like to believe that the best reward for living a fit life is knowing that we're taking care of ourselves.  But really, don't we deserve a little something for all the hard work that goes into maintaining a healthy lifestyle?

I've struggled for the past few years to figure out ways to keep myself motivated and what exactly to reward myself with when I reach my goals.  Obviously, food is not the answer and neither is a "day off" from exercise or eating well.  So, what's a girl to do?

A client of mine set up a reward system involving products from Lush.  When she lost a certain amount of weight, she would schedule time for a bath and drop in one of their fizzy bath bombs!  I love this idea.  And, I was able to benefit from her inspiration.  When I recently broke through my weight plateau (yeah!), I hopped in a tub filled with warm water, dropped in a bath bomb that she had given me and relaxed, celebrating my recent success.

For many of my clients who are just starting to exercise I suggest that they reward themselves with new workout clothes.  Even a new pair of socks can be fun.  And really, who doesn't want to look cute while sweating it out on the elliptical or when working with their trainer?  Burpees are evil but a cute outfit makes them a tiny bit more tolerable.

Be well and reward yourself for all you've achieved on your path to personal fitness.